FORD F250 1996 Owners Manual

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[DR10500( ALL)01/95]
P (Park)
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[DR10600( ALL)03/94]
Always come to a complete stop before you shift
into P (Park). This position locks the
transmission and prevents the rear wheels from
turning. To securely latch the gearshift in the P
(Park) position, pull it toward you, push it
completely counterclockwise against the stop,
and then push it toward the instrument panel.
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[DR10650( ALL)03/94]
The gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) if
you cannot rotate it in a clockwise direction
without lifting it toward you.
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[DR10700( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and
make sure that the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park).
[DR10725(B F )05/95]
When the transfer case is in the N (Neutral)
position, the engine and transmission are
disconnected from the rest of the driveline.
Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the
automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the
manual transmission is in gear.
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[DR10750(B F )05/95]
RWARNING
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with
the transfer case in the N (Neutral)
position. Always set the parking brake
fully and turn off the ignition when
leaving the vehicle.
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[DR10800( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Never leave your vehicle unattended
while it is running.
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[DR11100( ALL)06/94]
Forced Downshifts
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[DR11200( ALL)04/95]
To gain extra acceleration injOverdrive or
Drive (O/D OFF), push the accelerator to the
floor. The transmission will automatically
downshift to the appropriate gear: third, second
or first.
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[DR11235( ALL)03/94]
Power Braking
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[DR11275( ALL)03/94]
Increasing the engine speed above idle without
vehicle movement (such as holding the brake) in
a forward or reverse gear causes transmission
stall.
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[DR11285( ALL)03/94]
NOTE: Continued operation in the stall
condition can result in transmission
overheat, malfunction or fluid
expulsion.
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[DR11300(B F )03/95]
Driving with a Manual
Transmission
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[DR11400(B F )03/95]
Using the Clutch
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[DR11500(B F )01/95]
Make sure the gearshift lever is in the N
(Neutral) position and your right foot is holding
down the brake pedal. Then press the clutch
pedal to the floor with your left foot. Manual
transmission vehicles have a starter interlock
switch. The starter will not crank until the clutch
pedal is fully depressed. Start the engine and
allow it to idle for a few seconds. Move the
gearshift into 1 (First) or R (Reverse).
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[DR11600(B F )03/91]
To move the vehicle, release the clutch slowly
and at the same time press down slowly on the
accelerator so that the vehicle accelerates.
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[DR11700(B F )03/95]
Do not drive with your foot resting on the
clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to hold
your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a
hill. These actions will seriously reduce clutch
life.
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[DR11750(B F )03/95]
Driving with your foot resting on the clutch may
cause the vehicle to jerk sharply when pressing
or removing your other foot from the
accelerator.
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[DR11800(B F )03/95]
Shifting the Gears
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[DR11900(B F )02/95]
The gearshift for a manual transmission is
mounted on the floor. The gearshift pattern
consists of seven positions: Neutral, five forward
gears, and Reverse.
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[DR12000(B F )03/93]
quarter page art:0020134-A
5-Speed Overdrive manual transmission shift pattern
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[DR12300(B F )03/91]
Backing up
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[DR12400(B F )03/95]
To shift into R (Reverse):
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[DR12501(B F )03/91]
1. Push the clutch pedal in all the way to the
floor and hold it. If you do not hold the
clutch pedal in all the way, you may hear a
grinding noise when you shift.
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[DR12551(B F )03/93]
2. Bring your vehicle to a complete stop.
Failure to do so may cause synchronizer
teeth damage, reducing the useful life of
your transmission.
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[DR12600(B F )08/94]
3. Put the gearshift in Neutral and wait at least
3 seconds before shifting into R (Reverse) to
prevent a grinding noise. Do not release the
clutch.
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[DR12700(B F )08/94]
4. Push the gearshift all the way to the right
and pull it back into Reverse.
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[DR12800(B F )01/95]
With the 5-speed transmission you can engage R
(Reverse) only by moving the gearshift from the
left of 3 (Third) and 4 (Fourth) gears before you
shift into R (Reverse). This is a special lockout
feature that protects you from accidentally
shifting into R when you downshift from 5
(Fifth) gear.
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[DR12950(B F )02/92]
5. Once R (Reverse) is engaged, slowly release
the clutch pedal from the floor.
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[DR13000(B F )03/94]
If R (Reverse) is not engaged, continue to push
the clutch pedal in while you put the gearshift
back into Neutral. Then, release the clutch pedal
for a moment and repeat steps 2 through 5.
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[DR13100(B F )03/91]
Upshifting/downshifting
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[DR13200(B F )03/91]
Upshift and Downshift at the speeds that are
specified in the charts available for your engine
and transmission.
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[DR13250(B F )03/91]
Recommended Shift Speeds
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[DR13500( F )03/94]
4.9L and 5.0L EFI Engine with 5-Speed
Manual Overdrive Transmission (under 8500
GCW)
[DR13600( F )02/95]
twenty-eight pica chart:0020137-GFile:ltdrf.ex
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[DR14700( F )03/94]
4.9L, 5.8L & 7.5L Engine with 5-Speed H.D.
Manual Overdrive Transmission (4x2 and
4x4) over 8500 GCW (ZF Transmission)
[DR14800( F )02/95]
twenty pica chart:0020143-C*
[DR14850( F )11/89]
NOTE: Refer to the Diesel Engine Owner's
Guide Supplement for shift speed
information on vehicles equipped with
7.3L diesel engines.
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[DR15100(B F )03/95]
When you slow down or climb a steep hill,
always downshift before the engine starts to lose
power. Downshifting reduces the chance of
stalling and gives your vehicle better acceleration
to increase speed again.
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[DR15200(B F )03/95]
When you drive down steep hills, downshifting
helps you keep a safe speed and helps prevent
unnecessary wear on the brakes.
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[DR15300(B F )03/95]
When you come to a stop, do not downshift
through each gear. Disengage the clutch and use
the brake as necessary. Downshifting through
the gears decreases your vehicle's fuel economy.
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[DR15400(B F )05/95]
RWARNING
Continued use of a damaged or worn
clutch, prolonged clutch slippage or
downshifting at excessive speeds can
result in a failure of the engine,
transmission or clutch components.
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[DR15500(B F )03/91]
Transmission Function
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[DR15600(B F )03/91]
Upshift at the speeds specified in the chart
available for your engine and transmission. All
forward gears are synchronized allowing you to
shift into them with your vehicle in motion. The
clutch pedal should be fully depressed when
shifting.
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[DR15625(B F )04/94]
NOTE: Shifting during extremely low rpm's
can result in a momentary audible
rattle which disappears as vehicle
rpm's are increased. Shifting at higher
speeds will eliminate this sound.
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[DR15700(B F )03/95]
Parking
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[DR15800(B F )01/95]
To park your vehicle, apply the service brake
pedal, and shift into N (Neutral) while still
maintaining pressure on the service brake. Set
the parking brake fully. Shift into first and turn
off the ignition.
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[DR15900(B F )05/95]
RWARNING
Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it
may move unexpectedly and injure
someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the
parking brake fully.
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186 [DR15903(B F )05/95]When the transfer case is in the N (Neutral)
position, the engine and transmission are
disconnected from the rest of the driveline.
Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the
automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the
manual transmission is in gear.
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[DR15906(B F )05/95]
RWARNING
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with
the transfer case in the N (Neutral)
position. Always set the parking brake
fully and turn off the ignition when
leaving the vehicle.
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[DR15915( ALL)01/95]
Steering Your Vehicle
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[DR15945( ALL)01/95]
Your vehicle comes with power steering. Power
steering uses energy from the engine to help
steer your vehicle.
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[DR15950( ALL)04/95]
If the amount of effort needed to steer your
vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed, have
the power steering system checked. If the power
steering system breaks down (or if the engine is
turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually
but it takes more effort.
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[DR15960( ALL)01/95]
Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme
right or left for more than five seconds if the
engine is running. This can damage the power
steering pump.
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[DR15985( ALL)05/90]
NOTE: After any severe impact such as
striking large potholes, sliding into
curbs on icy roads, or a collision
involving the front end, observe the
steering wheel alignment. If the spokes
of the steering wheel seem to be in a
different position while going straight
down the road, have the front
suspension and steering checked for
possible damage.
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[DR16101(B F )03/95]
Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)
System (If equipped)
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[DR16130(B F )08/94]
When you select the 4WD mode, your light
truck uses all four wheels to power itself. This
increases traction, enabling you to drive your
4x4 over terrain and road conditions two-wheel
drive vehicles cannot.
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[DR16160(B F )10/94]
Power is supplied to all four wheels through a
transfer case that allows you to select four-wheel
drive when necessary. Methods for engaging and
disengaging 4WD and low range will depend on
which system your vehicle has.
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[DR16190(B F )01/95]
4x4 Systems Ð Lever Operated
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[DR16220(B F )06/94]
The lever operated transfer case can be placed
into four positions. The 2H position is the
two-wheel drive position in which power is
delivered only to the rear axle. The 4H position
provides four-wheel drive with power delivered
to the front and rear axles for increased traction.
The 4L position provides four-wheel drive with
power delivered to the front and rear axles
when the above average power is required at
reduced speeds. In the N (neutral) position, there
is no power delivered to either axle.
[DR16225(B F )05/95]
When the transfer case is in the N (Neutral)
position, the engine and transmission are
disconnected from the rest of the driveline.
Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the
automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the
manual transmission is in gear.
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[DR16230(B F )05/95]
RWARNING
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with
the transfer case in the N (Neutral)
position. Always set the parking brake
fully and turn off the ignition when
leaving the vehicle.
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[DR16250(B F )12/91]
two third page art:0020792-C
Transfer case selections
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